As spring approaches, many start to think about refreshing their homes with greenery and flowers. And who better to speak to all things gardening, spring and floral arranging than entrepreneur and lifestyle expert Martha Stewart.
For anyone who loves the idea of gardening but feels intimidated by it, Stewart says the best place to begin is by easing into the process.
"My best advice is don’t be too aggressive -- start small," Stewart told "GMA." "Read and learn from catalogs, local nurseries and neighbor gardeners."
According to Stewart, understanding your local growing environment is also extremely vital. Stewart recommends identifying your USDA gardening zone so you know which plants will thrive in your area and when to plant them.
Even when gardening indoors, Stewart says choosing the right products can make a difference. Right now, she’s tending to plants inside her home using products from her collaboration with Miracle-Gro, including organic indoor potting mix and plant food.
Stewart, whose approach to entertaining and design has defined timeless style for decades, believes greenery and florals are one of the simplest ways to elevate a home. "I have always believed in bringing the outdoors into my home,” she said.
As for spring tablescapes, she often gravitates toward natural, understated arrangements that feel abundant yet effortless. One of her favorite approaches is creating a woodland-inspired look using moss and ferns. Another is focusing on a single type of flower for visual impact.
"It could be as simple as tulips or a row of primrose down the center of a dining table," Stewart said.
Despite decades of gardening experience, Stewart says curiosity is still one of her favorite parts of the process. "I love all plants and flowers, and I love discovering something new," she said. "I’m constantly looking for new and unusual plants to grow -- that’s what’s fun about being a gardener."
For Stewart, tending to plants is more than a hobby, it’s a grounding ritual that provides a sense of purpose.
"So much good comes from gardening," she said. "If I spend a day in my garden, nurturing the earth, I feel like I’ve accomplished something very, very good. That’s really what gardening is all about."
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